1978 Ford Capri vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1989 Honda Integra | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Integra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |